Aoshima 1/700 Japanese Navy Heavy Cruiser Tone

The Aoshima 1/700 scale model kit of the Japanese Navy Heavy Cruiser Tone offers enthusiasts a detailed and accurate representation of this notable World War II vessel.

Key Features:

• Scale: 1/700

• Series: Waterline Series

• Enhanced Precision: This kit is part of Aoshima's renewed Waterline Series, featuring newly molded common outfitting parts for greater detail.

• Dimensions: Approximately 320 mm (length) x 112 mm (width) x 65 mm (height)

• Weight: Approximately 251 grams

Assembly Requirements:

This plastic model kit requires assembly and painting. Builders will need to provide their own adhesives, tools, and paints, as these are not included in the kit.

Historical Background:

The Tone was the lead ship of the Tone-class heavy cruisers of the Imperial Japanese Navy, commissioned in 1938. Designed with all main guns positioned forward, the aft area was dedicated to aircraft operations, allowing the Tone to perform strategic reconnaissance missions. The ship played significant roles in various naval engagements during World War II, including the attack on Pearl Harbor and the Battle of Midway.

This model kit is ideal for hobbyists and history enthusiasts seeking to recreate a significant piece of naval history with precision and detail.